Award-Winning ACT Math Tutors for Students in Portland, OR

...of writing "Q.E.D." on a difficult proof. I'm a scholar of the Western canon, greatly influenced by great thinkers and writers of the past such as Plato, Virgil, Aquinas, and Anselm. I love to read and to discuss what I've read, and I heartily appreciate a good philosophical argument. Extracurricularly, I write musicals, one of which premiered at Yale last year, and attend Yale Political Union meetings to debate the pros and cons of various...

...felt grounded enough to access her innate understanding of the world around us, she progressed. Later on, my extensive experience in the classroom as a Jumpstart Corps Member taught me to adapt my teaching style to each childs needs. While some learned better through mnemonics and letter-to-word associations, others preferred to process information and teach content back to me themselves. The greatest lesson I've learned as a tutor is to first step back and let...

...mathematics in particular I have strong experience working with students who have learning disabilities. I'm near-fluent in German and Spanish, have a year of Chinese under my belt, and have introductory familiarity with Turkish, Korean, French, Italian, and Japanese. If you ever need a conversation practice partner for German/Spanish, let me know! Talking again about math, I have the most experience teaching Pre-Algebra through Algebra II, but I'm more than comfortable working with students in...

I graduated from Yale University with a degree in Math and Philosophy. Currently, I am a music and entertainment critic-hopeful. I have tutored for over four years now with specialties in mathematics, logic, philosophy, English, and the ACT.

...and research the most valuable skill I have learned is the ability to communicate material in a clear and approachable manner. Past students have remarked that my teaching style is animated and are surprised at their ability to focus and understand concepts even after a long day of school, practice, or work. When I am not teaching or grading papers, I can usually be found playing some brass instrument or another, umpiring baseball, trying out...

...education for nearly 10 years, as a tutor, classroom teacher (I am certified in Math 7-12 in Connecticut), and developer of teaching materials. My most recent gigs have been hourly / independent contractor / free-lance, which I haven't put on my resume. I've been tutoring, mostly for the Hamden (CT) school district as a three-quarters-time job but also occasionally for some local agencies. And I've been developing materials for several publishers of math textbooks and...

...I've helped others improve their writing. The most prominent example of this would be serving a year as a staff editor, then two more years as Editor in Chief of a widely distributed campus magazine in college. I've also assisted students with resume, college admissions, and academic essay writing. Math, mainly Algebra (but spanning up to statistics and calculus II) has also always been a strong subject for me, and the majority of my professional...

...career that I'm truly passionate about. I now wish to pay it forward and be a positive influence for the students that are frustrated in school. Based on my own experiences, I recognize how important it is to form a relationship with the student to where they are comfortable with seeking assistance and communicating their feelings and frustrations with me. Once a rapport is established, I'm able to identify the students' disconnects and convey the...

...but I also tutor in other fields. I have experience helping students of many different ages in stem and non-stem fields. I like to figure out how you learn best and then go from there to ensure you learn and understand materials in the way that works best for you! I love playing soccer, running, reading, and traveling in my free time. I am currently training for a marathon as I apply to PA (Physician...

...and abilities in your classroom is to get to know the students to allow for student strengths and interests to help drive the learning environment. Leading about student needs, backgrounds, ambitions, goals, learning preferences, or favorite sport will all matter when addressing the needs in your classroom moving forward. After building strong connections with students, it will make facilitating differentiated instruction meaningful to content, process, and products to meet the skills and abilities in the...

...I double majored in International Studies and French with a minor in African American Studies. During my time at UA, I participated in mentoring programs that allowed me to work with elementary school children, in addition, to being a coach for children aged 2-18 years old. I entirely self-studied for the LSAT and scored in the top 1 percentile, so I am well prepared for helping students achieve their law school goals.

...good as the knowledge I can pass on. We work best only when we are being challenged by the very same people we are trying to teach. In doing so, as tutors , we are constantly reminded on the need to stay current, to continuously strive to add more to our arsenal of information and to simultaneously be prepared to reinvent oneself in a very short period of time. It is my belief that that...

...about teaching because it allows me to impact the next generation positively. In my classroom, I strive to create an engaging environment where all students feel heard and valued. My approach involves interactive discussions and tailored feedback, which helps students develop their critical thinking and express their ideas confidently. I enjoy adapting to the diverse needs of each student, making learning both enjoyable and effective. Joining Varsity Tutors is a thrilling opportunity for me to...

I am a retired elementary education teacher with expertise in the academics and technology fields. I also have my TESOL/TEFL certification. I also have over 10+ years tutoring and preparatory test taking. I also have over 5 years teaching GED. In my spare time I enjoy reading, swimming and spending time with my family.

...their goals and relay on whether the course is helping them meet their individual goals so far. Students are very insightful and always provide me with useful information that allows me to improve my delivery in the classroom. I believe we never stop learning and growing intellectually. I understand that my job is to guide students on their learning journeys. Lastly, I will always provide a safe environment where students feel comfortable sharing their ideas...

I am a graduate of Yale University with a degree in biology and am currently working as a research associate at a cancer biology lab. I am an experienced STEM tutor for college and high school students and also tutor for standardized tests such as the MCAT and the SAT.

...those with varying cognitive, learning, and physical challenges, which taught me the importance of adaptability in teaching. I teach a variety of subjects including but not limited to: English Reading and Writing: Elementary, Middle, High School and College, SAT, ACT, IGCSE, AP Lang French: All Levels, Verb Tenses, Conjugation, Essays, Listening, Speaking, IGCSE, AP French Math: Elementary, Middle, High School and College, Geometry, Trigonometry, Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Precalculus and Statistics, SAT, ACT, IGCSE Science: Physics, Biology,...

...Excel, Math, Science, Geoscience and Environmental Science. I enjoy working with students of all ages, and I have three years of experience as a Geoscience Teaching Fellow at Hobart and William Smith Colleges. In this role, I received formal training in various teaching and learning pedagogies designed to fit varying student needs and learning styles. I've also TA'd for several Introduction to Meteorology courses, mentored students in a first year seminar related to Climate Change...

I have over 30 years of experience working with students who need support in their math classes. It is my favorite way to engage with students and with math. I like to make sure students see how ideas are connected, and help them to understand rather than memorize.

...the basic science requirements, and I took the MCAT this past summer. Throughout my undergraduate years, I have tutored elementary school students in South Bend, IN and in Dublin, Ireland. I believe that every person has the ability to succeed in any course, and I think the key to success is understanding how you best learn as an individual. I am excited to help more students find success in subjects they are struggling with.